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Classical Music

elleng

(141,511 posts) Thu Oct 30, 2025, 05:59 PM Oct 30

Today marks the 81st anniversary of the premiere of Copland's Appalachian Spring at The Library of Congress. [View all]

Join us tonight at 8PM for a special program with James Jacobs, exploring the treasured history of the LOC's Coolidge Audiotorium, the story behind the premiere with Martha Graham, and enjoy the historic recording of the performance.

On Thursday nights at 8PM throughout November, James Jacobs will continue to present further programs showcasing historic recordings from the Library of Congress concert series, showcasing the impact it had in shaping classical music in the US and beyond.

Should be on WETA here tonight. ( Now WETA PBS NewsHour)

https://weta.org/player

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Today marks the 81st anniversary of the premiere of Copland's Appalachian Spring at The Library of Congress. [View all] elleng Oct 30 OP

Thanks for keeping us up to date on the classical scene around DC. The actual link to this program erronis Oct 30 #1

Thanks for the actual link! elleng Oct 30 #2

We studied Appalachian spring in 8th grade music. Deeply. Biophilic Oct 30 #3

HERE!!! elleng Oct 30 #4

Copland: Appalachian Spring elleng Oct 30 #5